Choosing a Head Tennis Racquet

Head is one of the largest and most prolific racquet brands. With a history spanning over half a century, Head has produced racquets for some of the greatest players in the history of the sport. The current line of racquets has something for everyone, from beginners seeking comfort and power to advanced players seeking control and feel.

The newest and most modern racquets introduced into the brand are the Gravity racquets. Endorsed by several top young players, including Alexander Zverev and Ashleigh Barty, these racquets offer good feel, targeting and have been made to let modern players attack and construct well-thought-out points. From the Pro model, with its thin 20-mm beam, dense string pattern and rock-solid stability to the Lite model, with its fast and user-friendly feel, the Gravity series has something for everybody. Each racquet in the series features Graphene 360+, which combines the stability and power of Graphene 360 with SpiralFibers in the lower portion of the head for optimal feel.

The fast swinging Speeds offer the best of both worlds and are a good fit for all-court players looking for control, power and spin. Endorsed by one of the best players on the ATP Tour, Novak Djokovic, they offer the speed and spin of a modern player's racquet. The majority of the line features thinner, more flexible beams, giving them great control and feel. In addition, there are even lighter, more explosive options for beginners or anyone seeking easier access to depth. This family has rackets for all levels of players looking for a quick-swinging racquet enhanced with control.

Perhaps the most iconic Head racquet line, Prestige racquets have long specialized instability, control and feel, but they also have some options for those who want power and spin. Having evolved from the classic versions of the past, this modernized Prestige family provides answers for players who love the classic feel of the Prestiges of the past but now have a more modern game. Updated in 2020 with new technology and larger sweet spots, these racquets are great for experienced intermediate and advanced players who value control and precision.

Blending speed, power and spin with above-average control and feel, the Radical family of racquets are built for the modern player. The majority of Radicals come with dynamic 16x19 string patterns for a nice blend of power and control. They tend to have moderate flex ratings in the mid-60s, making them slightly more arm-friendly than your average modern player's racket. Although the majority of Radicals are weighted for intermediate and advanced players, Head offers an "S" version for strong beginners or anyone who wants an ultra-manoeuvrable option.

The Extreme line of racquets is ideal for big-swinging modern players looking to add loads of power, speed and spin to their game. Their thick, lively beams provide impressive stability and ensure players can load their shots with pace and get the ball hopping. Intermediates and advanced players looking to control the point will want to take note of this line of racquets.